Recognized for Driving Innovation and Excellence in the Banking Industry
OMAHA, Neb. September 25, 2025 – FNBO celebrates and recognizes Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer, Mihaela Kobjerowski, for her recognition as one of American Banker's The Most Powerful Women in Banking's Women to Watch. This prestigious recognition highlights Kobjerowski’s dedication, leadership, and significant contributions to FNBO.
“I am deeply honored and grateful to American Banker for recognizing me among such an incredible group of women across the banking industry,” said Mihaela Kobjerowski, Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer at FNBO.” This recognition reflects not only my efforts, but the dedication and hard work of the many exceptional employees I have the honor of working with at FNBO. We are incredibly proud of FNBO’s 168 years history and together, work every day to build an even better company for the future.”
Kobjerowski is a first-generation American who came to the United States in 1996 through an academic exchange program. Before her career in banking, she taught at the University of Nebraska's sister university in Romania. Over the past 27 years at FNBO, she has built a distinguished career marked by leadership, passion, expertise, and dedication—culminating in her 2023 appointment to the executive team at FNBO.
“We are proud to have Mihaela as part of our senior leadership team. Her strategic vision, unwavering dedication, and commitment to developing others set a high standard for excellence. Mihaela’s leaderships help drive FNBO forward and strengthen our mission. This recognition is a testament to her outstanding contributions,” said Clark Lauritzen, FNBO’s Chairman and President.
Kobjerowski will be honored in October at The Most Powerful Women in Banking Gala. Over the past two decades, more than 2,000 women have been recognized for their exceptional leadership, business achievements, and community impact. Kobjerowski’s place on this distinguished list is a testament to her resilience and to the remarkable impact she continues to have at FNBO.
About FNBO
FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha), a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska, Inc. (FNNI), is one of the largest privately held banks in the US and has been in business for more than 165 years. FNNI and its affiliates have over $32 billion in assets and 4,500 employees. Primary banking offices are located in Nebraska, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Texas and Wyoming, providing personal and business banking, mortgage, payment solutions, wealth management and more. As the great big, small bank founded in 1857, FNBO has maintained its commitment to customers and helping build strong communities. Learn more at FNBO.com and connect on Facebook, X and Instagram. Member FDIC.
For information contact:
Sally Christensen
402-871-1933
schristensen@fnbo.com
